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MRS. KAREN ESTHER PAUL P. A.
NPI 1396847117
Physician Assistant - Medical in Middletown, NY

Active since September 02, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
91.28/100
CMS Quality Rating
75 CRYSTAL RUN RD, BUILDING B, SUITE 220, MIDDLETOWN, NY 10941(888) 350-1368(845) 692-0675 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 23, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 23, 2025, May 14, 2021 (2 updates tracked since 2021).

About Mrs. Karen Esther Paul P. A. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MRS. KAREN ESTHER PAUL P. A. (NPI 1396847117) is an individual medical provider in Middletown, New York and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vassar Brothers Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396847117
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363AM0700X
Provider Legal NameMRS. KAREN ESTHER PAULCredential: P. A.
Location Address75 CRYSTAL RUN RD, BUILDING B, SUITE 220Middletown, NY 10941-7000
Mailing Address75 Crystal Run Rd, Building B, Suite 220Middletown, NY 10941-7000 · (845) 467-6998 · Fax (845) 692-0675
Phone(888) 350-1368
Fax(845) 692-0675
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateSeptember 2, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJune 23, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 23, 2025
✔ NPI 1396847117 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician Assistant · MedicalPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363AM0700X
Also ListedPhysician AssistantTaxonomy 363A00000X · License 006884 (NY)
75 CRYSTAL RUN RD, Middletown, NY 10941
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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Ms. Karen Esther Atherly-ward

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Mrs. Karen Esther Paul P. A. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6002889995
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040818000776
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
344 services278 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
202 services202 patients
Removal of impacted ear wax 69210
Impacted ear wax removal is a safe procedure to clear blockages in the ear canal caused by hardened ear wax. A healthcare professional uses specialized tools or a gentle irrigation method to loosen and remove the wax, improving hearing and alleviating discomfort.
196 services174 patients
Diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope 31231
A diagnostic exam of nasal passages using an endoscope is a non-invasive procedure. A small, flexible tube with a light and camera at the end, called an endoscope, is inserted into the nose. This allows the doctor to view the nasal passages and sinuses, helping to identify any issues.
193 services172 patients
Removal of impacted cerumen (one or both ears) by physician on same date of service as audiologic function testing G0268
This procedure involves a doctor removing impacted earwax (cerumen) from one or both ears. This is often done on the same day as hearing function tests. The process helps to clear the ear canal, improving hearing and ensuring accurate test results.
73 services71 patients
Diagnostic exam of voice box using a flexible endoscope 31575
This procedure involves a doctor examining your voice box using a flexible endoscope, a thin tube with a light and camera. It's inserted through your nose or mouth to visualize your throat area. It helps detect any abnormalities in your voice box, ensuring optimal vocal health.
69 services64 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Vassar Brothers Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Poughkeepsie, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330023
Location45 Reade PlacePoughkeepsie, NY 12601 · Dutchess County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Garnet Health Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Middletown, NY
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number330126
Location707 East Main StreetMiddletown, NY 10940 · Orange County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

91.28/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality84.16
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tracheostomy, inner cannula A4623
DME-Orthotic Devices · category DF000N
2 suppliers14 claims353 services$6.35 avg. paid by Medicare
Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers19 claims63 services$1.67 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

DR. ANDREW NORMAN BELL DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
75 CRYSTAL RUN RD
MIDDLETOWN, NY 10941
Orange County (732) 299-5414
BRADLEY D WIENER M.D
Orthopaedic Surgery (Sports Medicine)
75 CRYSTAL RUN RD, SUITE 206
MIDDLETOWN, NY 10941
Orange County (845) 673-1080
MARK S DRIVER MD
Otolaryngology
75 CRYSTAL RUN RD, BUILDING B, SUITE 220
MIDDLETOWN, NY 10941
Orange County (845) 467-6998
ORANGE URGENT CARE PLLC
Clinic/Center (Urgent Care)
75 CRYSTAL RUN RD, SUITE G40
MIDDLETOWN, NY 10941
Orange County (845) 703-2273
TRI STATE EYE OPHTHALMOLOGY OF MIDDLETOWN PC
Specialist
75 CRYSTAL RUN RD, SUITE 120
MIDDLETOWN, NY 10941
Orange County (845) 703-2020
DR. SERGEY KOYFMAN D. O.
Otolaryngology
75 CRYSTAL RUN RD, BUILDING B, SUITE 220
MIDDLETOWN, NY 10941
Orange County (845) 467-6998
SOMERS ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND SPORTS MEDICINE GROUP PLLC
Specialist
75 CRYSTAL RUN RD, SUITE 135
MIDDLETOWN, NY 10941
Orange County (845) 278-8400
DR. PHILLIP LANGSTON MASSENGILL M. D.
Otolaryngology
75 CRYSTAL RUN RD, BUILDING B, SUITE 220
MIDDLETOWN, NY 10941
Orange County (845) 467-6998

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Karen Paul's NPI number?

The NPI number for Karen Paul is 1396847117. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 2, 2006. The provider is also known as Ms. Karen Esther Atherly-Ward.

Where is Karen Paul located?

Karen Paul practices at 75 Crystal Run Rd Building B, Suite 220, Middletown, NY 10941. The listed phone number is (888) 350-1368.

What is Karen Paul's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant, specializing in Medical, with taxonomy code 363AM0700X.

Is Karen Paul enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Karen Paul is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Is Karen Paul affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Karen Paul is affiliated with Vassar Brothers Medical Center and Garnet Health Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Karen Paul was last updated on June 23, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.